word
Overtraining Syndrome
oh-ver-TRAYN-ing SIN-drohm
/ˌoʊvərˈtreɪnɪŋ ˈsɪndroʊm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
overtrainingsyndrome
Dictionary meaning
A condition in which an athlete trains beyond their body's ability to recover, resulting in persistent performance decline, fatigue, mood disturbances, and hormonal imbalances
Examples
- Overtraining syndrome can take months to resolve and requires complete rest.
- Monitoring heart rate variability is an early warning sign for overtraining syndrome.
Synonyms: OTS, non-functional overreaching
Pronunciation tips
Distinguish from 'overreaching,' which is shorter-term and recoverable in days to weeks
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